Milwaukee, once known as the German Athens, is the most German among major US cities. Walking down Old World Third Street today you are not likely to see many German shops advertising “English Spoken Here” as a special or unique service, but as early as 1848 it would not have been uncommon. Germans represented 1/3 of the entire population in Milwaukee and this section of the city was integral to German immigrant’s daily life.
Today, much of the landscape today reflects that influence including a number of stops on the tour such as Turner Hall (1882), the Germania Building (1896) and Old St. Mary’s Church (1846). Woven between the cream city bricks, hear stories about the notable German bier...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Audio Headsets
Tips (not required but appreciated)
Bathrooms may not be available on this tour during the weekends
Meeting Points
Departure
Turner Hall Ballroom
Meet your guide outside of Turner Hall on N. Vel R. Phillips Ave.
Return
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
The ending point is about a 0.5 mile or 12 minute walk from the starting point. The guide will lead you back to Turner Hall if you need assistance.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Milwaukee, once known as the German Athens, is the most German among major US cities. Walking down Old World Third Street today you are not likely to see many German shops advertising “English Spoken Here” as a special or unique service, but as early as 1848 it would not have been uncommon. Germans represented 1/3 of the entire population in Milwaukee and this section of the city was integral to German immigrant’s daily life.
Today, much of the landscape today reflects that influence including a number of stops on the tour such as Turner Hall (1882), the Germania Building (1896) and Old St. Mary’s Church (1846). Woven between the cream city bricks, hear stories about the notable German bier...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Audio Headsets
Tips (not required but appreciated)
Bathrooms may not be available on this tour during the weekends
Meeting Points
Departure
Turner Hall Ballroom
Meet your guide outside of Turner Hall on N. Vel R. Phillips Ave.
Return
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
The ending point is about a 0.5 mile or 12 minute walk from the starting point. The guide will lead you back to Turner Hall if you need assistance.
